Is ABT stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, ABT is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ABT shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of ABT stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for ABT to be between $99.34 and $103.96. The current price is $104.89.

What is the analyst price target for ABT?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for ABT is $120.72. This implies a potential upside of 15.1% from current levels.

Abbott Laboratories (ABT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

ABT - Abbott Laboratories

PHARMACEUTICAL PREPARATIONS

$104.89

0.21 (0.20%) ▲

5d: +5.31%

30d: +2.6%

90d: +3.18%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 21, 2026 1d

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Signal fired Oct 7, 2026 at $98.71 · last confirmed Oct 16, 2026

Strength: 6.7/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: ABT shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 9.9%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$147.56

Based on 7.0% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$91.62

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 17.4x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: ABT is currently trading at $104.89, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $99.34 to $103.96. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.3) is in line with its historical norms (17.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, ABT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $105.88. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $120.72 (+15.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $99.34 - $103.96

Company Quality Score 52/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 48.6%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (43/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($120.72)
WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $99.34 - $103.96

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $97.20

Resistance Level $105.88

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 16, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 17.29

Wall Street Target $120.72 (+15.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 13.0%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -47.5%

Profit Margin 11.7%

Valuation Discount vs History -0.3% cheaper

PE vs Historical 17.3 vs 17.4 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -0.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $104.58 (0%)

2-Year Target $104.26 (-1%)

3-Year Target $103.95 (-1%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 17→17) $104.60 (0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 9.9%) $160.00 (+53%)

Base: (SPY PE: 17.3, Growth: 9.9%) $139.30 (+33%)

Bear: (PE: 14.7, Growth: 9.9%) $118.40 (+13%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (34x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 33.77 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.10

Bull Case $225.33 (+115%)

Analyst growth 95.7%, PE expands to 37.1

Base Case $204.84 (+95%)

Market implied 95.7%, PE stable at 33.8

Bear Case $71.18 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 28.7

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.3 to 17.4

Stabilization Target: $105.55 (+0.6%)

PE Expansion Potential: +0.6%

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